2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 1999 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Catera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Catera (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Catera | 1999 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Catera | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
